CANDY Grand'O Vita GVS169DC3 9Kg Washing Machine with 1600 rpm - White

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Thanks to the 1600rpm spin speed, our clothes retained 0.9kg of water, which works out at a decent 34.62% of their original weight. The washing machine’s energy label says that this machine has an A-rated spin cycle, and the tests confirm it. It’s useful to have such an efficient spin, since it means that your clothes spend less time drying or in a tumble dryer. Running costs are impressively low, even more remarkable by virtue of how little this washing machine costs. Stain removal is about as good as I can expect from a machine at this price.

Examining our stain strip, we have – left to right in the image below – red wine, vegetable oil, tomato sauce, orange juice and gravy, all left to dry into the fabric. At the end of the wash cycle, all the stains had effectively been removed, bar a circle of the tough red wine test and a faint mark left of the ketchup. Features and programmes – Very basic controls, but they’re easy to use and there are wash programmes to cover most types of clothing.Spin efficiency – Excellent, particularly when the washing machine can run at 16oorpm to leave clothes comparatively dry. Unfortunately, problems do occasionally occur. And although you may not be able to fix them yourself it’s good to know what they may be related to. See common Candy washing machine problems and troubleshooting here… Candy Washing Machine Error Codes KG Mode - Weighs the load during the first four minutes and adjusts the length of the programme and the water consumption accordingly Stain removal – Pretty good on the 30ºC wash, although the synthetic wash ended up folding the stain strip leaving a blob of ketchup behind.

One noteworthy feature of this washing machine is the intelligent sensor technology. At the start of each cycle the machine analyses the load’s weight, and adjusts the time, water, and electricity used by the machine. This gives it an A+++ energy-efficient rating, helping you save on energy bills whilst helping the environment.To work out yearly figures, I used the average number of washing machine loads in the UK (274 per year), and multiplied by three different load amounts (6kg for high, 4.5kg for medium and 3kg for low) to get a total amount of washing per year in kg. The Candy GVS149DC3 is a very useful, very modern washing machine. With all the programmes and settings available on the machine and through the app, this washer is highly versatile. With a convenient and clever design, this machine is also very easy to use, and intended to be as least time consuming as possible.

Although Candy condenser tumble dryer problems may be few it’s a good idea to know where the issue may lie – even if you can’t fix it yourself. Look at some Candy dryer problems and troubleshooting here… Problem Solving Tips When certain programmes are selected the machine will stop during the rinse cycle. This suspends the clothes in water before the final spin and is related to the Fast Iron cycle. If that light is flashing this indicates the machine needs to complete the final spin and pump the water out. If in doubt ask the Candy washing machine specialists. When Professional Help Is Needed Candy Grando washing machine problems may be varied. The following list states the fault and the parts of the appliance that could be the cause: The machine won’t start Candy 8kg condenser dryer problems may consist of the dryer staying cold. This may relate to an overheating issue – and the thermostat and thermal overload cut-out may need replacing. Rapid Flash Fault IndicatorsCandy tumble dryer error codes are depicted by LEDs on the control panel that flash to equate the error code. So, three flashes relate to Error Code E3 and so on. For a comprehensive list consult your manufacturer's guide. See a sample of flash counts and their error meanings below: Four Drying Levels - Choose the level of dryness you require - Ready to Iron, Dry Hanger, Dry Wardrobe and Extra Dry Some Candy condenser dryer problems may have more than one solution but it helps to know where to start: The tumble dryer simply won’t work E5 – five flashes mean that the temperature sensor has detected an open circuit, or shorted – resulting in a wiring issue with the temperature sensor itself, or with the thermistor

E4 – a faulty program selector will require the selector and the control module to be tested[BM1] [BM2] This could be a reset failure, failure to complete a programme, or an issue with door opening waiting time. If water is still in the drum this will prevent the door from opening. The appliance is leaking This is often an issue with the outlet pipe which may need re-aligning by a qualified plumber. Mid-cycle stopping Sensor Dry - The machine will automatically stop the cycle when it detects that the load is dry. This avoids the cycle continuing until the timer ends, saving time, energy and money Features and programmes – Very basic controls, but they’re easy to use and there are wash programmes to cover most types of clothing.

Noise performance is decent, and I measured the Candy Grand’O Vita GVS169DC3 at 57.7dB during the standard part of the wash, taken from 30cm from the middle of the door. Spin speed was 79.6dB. Both figures are below the figure stated on the EU energy label, and about average for a cheaper washing machine. Candy is an international brand. And provides an entire range of free-standing and built-in washing machines with some of the most advanced technology. The Candy Grando, for instance, has been developed to meet all laundry needs. Featuring a 9kg drum capacity, automatically adjust settings and special drum action for a deep clean. A domestic washing machine is an appliance modern life cannot do without. They effortlessly get through piles of laundry and can deal with a wide range of clothing items and fabrics. Choosing the right washing machine however can be a daunting task. But making the right choice can mean you have a washing machine will last for years and meet all of your growing family's needs. Washing Machine Features